The Standard Group PLC has appointed Dr Naim Bilal Yaseen as its Group Chief Executive Officer, effective 1st November 2026, the company announced on 29 October, 2026. The Board of Directors said the appointment followed a competitive recruitment process. The decision supersedes an earlier arrangement under which John Bundotich, Acting Editor-in-Chief, was to assume the acting role from the same date, said Company Secretary Catherine Kawira. Yaseen replaces Chaacha Mwita, who will step down as Group CEO and Executive Director effective 1st November. Mwita was appointed substantive Group CEO on 1st April 2026, having served as Acting CEO from 1st…
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Kenya seeks to boost climate resilience in the farming sector with a $2.08 million grant aimed at providing farmers and agribusinesses with climate information. The grant falls under the Climate Smart Agribusiness Partnerships for Resilience (CSAPR) initiative and aims to strengthen Climate Information Systems across the agricultural value chain. It is funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and administered by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). A deal has been signed by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and IFAD Country Director for Kenya, Matteo Marchisio. The initiative seeks to close the gap between the availability of…
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and international partners are intensifying efforts to contain the current Ebola outbreak, as confirmed cases have surpassed 10,000. Government data released on Tuesday put the number of confirmed Ebola cases in the DR Congo at 10,060, with 4,887 deaths. The outbreak has become the largest and deadliest ever recorded in the country and the second-largest globally, after the 2014-16 West Africa epidemic. More than 80 percent of new Ebola cases are being detected among people who were not previously listed as contacts, highlighting gaps in surveillance and the difficulty of tracing…
Two Kenyans working as cabin crew for flydubai have been recognised with one of the United Arab Emirates’ top state honours for helping to save passengers after a co-pilot turned on his captain mid-flight. David Kimotho and John Muchina were among the crew of flight FZ1073 decorated with the First Class Order of Zayed II on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, alongside Captain Smit Machchhar. The award was granted by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and presented by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The President later met the decorated crew at a…
Naivas Supermarket has partnered with the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) to support Team Kenya’s young athletes as they prepare for the Dakar Youth Olympic Games, reaffirming a shared commitment to nurturing young talent, promoting athlete welfare and investing in the future of Kenyan sports. The partnership underscores the importance of providing young athletes with the support and opportunities they need to develop their potential, compete on the international stage and inspire the next generation through sporting excellence. Speaking during the engagement, Naivas Supermarket Chief Commercial Officer, Jorsen Patten, said the partnership reflects the retailer’s commitment to supporting initiatives…
Kenyan manufacturers are being encouraged to explore export opportunities in the European Union following the launch of a new catalogue outlining products and services available from the country. The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), in collaboration with government and private sector stakeholders, launched the 2026 Kenya-EU EPA Export Catalogue at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi. The publication identifies export-ready products across several sectors and provides contacts to help European buyers connect with Kenyan suppliers. The launch comes as manufacturers seek to take advantage of the Kenya-European Union Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), which took effect on 1 July 2024 and provides…
Independent petroleum dealers have threatened to stop buying fuel from oil marketing companies they accuse of charging above the maximum wholesale prices set by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). The warning raises concerns about possible supply disruptions and petrol station closures. On Tuesday, October 27, the Petroleum Outlets Association of Kenya (POAK) and the Kenya Independent Petroleum Dealers Association (KIPEDA) issued a statement urging operators across the country to stop buying petroleum products from suppliers charging more than the maximum wholesale prices set by EPRA. The associations said the alleged violations were making it increasingly difficult for independent…
The Standard Group PLC has appointed its Acting Editor-in-Chief, John Bundotich, as acting Chief Executive Officer, with effect from November 1, 2026. Bundotich has led the group’s newsroom since January 2025. In a notice to shareholders and the public, the media house’s board said the appointment was made under Paragraph 11 of the Thirteenth Schedule of the Capital Markets (Public Offers, Listings and Disclosures) Regulations, 2023, which requires listed companies to disclose changes in senior management. Bundotich takes over from Chaacha Mwita, whose resignation as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director was announced on October 16, 2026, and takes effect…
Several Chinese brands have dropped French footballer Kylian Mbappé following a a backlash over alleged comments referring to the late Chinese leader Mao Zedong. Mbappé reportedly told a French talk show The Bridge the meme “that makes me laugh the most, it’s the one where there’s a video of a guy, I think it’s a Chinese dictator…” As he trails off, a meme of his face superimposed on an image resembling Mao appears. The Real Madrid forward’s nickname – “the dictator” – because of his huge influence is a popular meme and a running joke. But the joke did not…
Management University of Africa (MUA) has announced the appointment of former Education Cabinet Secretary Prof. Jacob Thuranira Kaimenyi as the university’s second Chancellor. Prof. Kaimenyi takes over from the founding Chancellor, Dr. Architect Reuben Musyoka Mutiso, whose tenure ended on October 21, 2026. The university’s board of trustees expressed optimism that Prof. Kaimenyi’s vast experience in governance, academia and diplomacy would contribute to the institution’s continued pursuit of excellence. “We are delighted to congratulate Prof. Jacob Kaimenyi on his well-deserved appointment. His exemplary service in the fields of education and public service will no doubt propel the university to greater…
